Happy Holidays from everyone at the Rokform team! We are gearing up for the winter season and wanted to share some holiday cheer. Each month, we feature a special selection of cases from our Custom Shop. The Custom Shop is a way to create your own designs with our case line, giving the customer ultimate control over color preferences for each individual piece of the product.

WIth Limited Edition cases, we utilize our own Custom Shop to highlight cases that are either trending color schemes from our customers or seasonally appropriate options, like our December offering. The best part about the Limited Edition cases is the price. Typically, a customized case would cost a little extra, but the Limited cases are offered at a $10 discount.

An additional nuance to the Limited Edition line is device choice. Each month we feature a difference case for a different phone. For December, our colorful options are available in the Rokbed v3 iPhone 4/s and RokShield v3 iPhone 5/s varieties.

If you are not familiar with these particular cases, they are ready for an active lifestyle. If you drag your Rokform protected iPhone out in the snow this season, don’t worry about dropping it through your hole-ridden jacket pocket. The injection molded polycarbonate frame will keep things safe and we have customers that will prove it! Additionally, the thermoplastic elastomer non-slip grip insert will prevent the dog from sweeping it off the counter while begging for Gingerbread Men… or is it “People?”

Easily the most important feature, the Rokform Mounting System, which is a locking connection point molded into the case back, further customizes to users’ preferences. Any number of accessories can be clicked into place, including the Rokmeister bottle opener, perfect for that cup of cheer.

To come full circle, we think the Limited Edition December case is a must-have for the holiday season. With the trim red and white colors, there is a very Santa Clause feeling about the color scheme. If you have not yet, make sure to check out our Rokform Gift Guide and sign up for our official newsletter to receive an instant 10% off your next purchase. Our newsletter readers are always the first to know about special promotions, like the Limited Edition monthly cases. Stay warm!

The iPhone 5c and 5s are both pushing the envelope with new technology. On one side, 5c is integrating the new design of iOS 7 with hardware in a way seemingly unmatched by many other competing smartphone companies. On the other, 5s is edging ahead with a faster A7 processor, which is also the first 64-bit silicon in a current model smartphone.

There is much ado about the latest and greatest these past few weeks, but we do not want to forget about the tried and true. Those customers who hold on to their trusty devices until there is a true reason to upgrade. Consequently, this post highlights the words of revered “GEEKDAD,” toys and technology editor, of WIRED.com. After getting his hands on a Rokbed v3, he was complimentary, stating:

The Rokbed v3 boasts a series of unique cutaways that expose some parts of the back and sides of the iPhone, thus preserving its iconic visual appeal. I was a bit worried about these exposed areas, but the Rokbed has proven sturdy enough to shield against the elements that would otherwise seek to damage my previous phone.

Continuing:

Rokbed v3 offers solid protection with a style all its own. It also benefits from Rokform’s innovative design system… if you’re looking to break away from the vanity snap cases and bluky shells that currently dominate the market, it’s certainly an appealing solution.

As GeekDad aptly discusses, the iPhone Rokbed series is excellent for adding items to the mix. Not only is the case protective, but it also offers an entry point to a larger collection of accessories for the active lifestyle.

In fact, just last week, the team spent time with cycling professionals and enthusiasts at Interbike. During the show we highlighted how all of the iPhone series cases, iPhone 4 to 5c, will work directly with the BikeMount and other sport-minded accessories like the Yurbuds Armband and Motorcycle Fork Clamp.

Ultimately, we want to make sure our customers know, while we have the latest and greatest, there is always someone looking out for the faithful. Actually, there are customers certainly picking up the iPhone 4s for $0 on contract as a new phone! They will not be left behind just because there are many cutting edge clients.

Every month, we like to reward our customers with a Limited Edition case. Maybe one color is just too plain for your tastes, or maybe you need a case for each occasion. We completely understand, and have the same feeling. That is why, each month, we offer Limited Edition cases in specific color schemes at a reduced rate.

Looking back through orders and color combinations made popular by our customer base, we decide which combinations would be popular enough to offer at a cheap price. As a direct result of that process, the Gunmetal and Orange cases are back as labeled – “by popular demand!”

To acquire a case in a specific color scheme, we offer custom case designs for our product line. In fact, we just recently launched the iPhone 5 RokShield v3 Custom Shop, which allows the customer to decide the color of four individual v3 case pieces. More importantly, all of our iPhone 5 products are completely compatible with the newly released 5s.

Back to our Limited Edition cases. They are offered online for the month in which they are announced and September is a perfect month to stock up on fall inspired colors. We seem to get a very jack-o-lantern feel from the current selection and look forward to seeing customer photographs of these cases in the wild.

One further defining characteristic of the “limited” release is the device list. We offer the Limited Edition cases for specific devices each month and for September, our Halloween-ready items are being delivered for Rokbed v3 Galaxy S4, Rokbed v3 iPhone 4/s and RokShield v3 iPhone 5/s. To highlight the new iPhone 5/s launch, you can choose between orange-on-gunmetal or gunmetal-on-orange as your color preference. …and if that wasn’t enough, when ordering either the iPhone 4/s or 5/s version, we are throwing in a Car Mount for free! Happy iPhone Month!

Speaking of the Car Mount, Rokform cases are injection molded to work specifically with a complete system of optional accessories. The items range from a v3 BikeMount to tripod adapter kit and all things in between. We always like to brag about our Rokmeister, which quickly opens adult beverages on the beach, the boat, or, considering it is winter, the ski slope.

Make sure to begin your fall celebration with a new Limited Edition case in September and, for the iPhone users among us, pick up a free Car Mount in the process. Again, these cases are offered at a discount, but only for a short period of time. The savvy customers in the bunch subscribe to our newsletter and get about a two-week jump on the less informed. To help you grab a shiny new case and join the newsletter club, here is the sign up link for our announcements. Get on the band wagon and we will help you out with a quick 10% discount, just for becoming one of the team.

Each month we feature a shiny new set of Limited Edition cases for our customers. We figure people may decide just one color isn’t their style and the Limited Edition cases are designed to ensure no one goes unnoticed. Knowing everyone is trying to pinch pennies these days, we even offer the Limited Edition cases at a discount, despite their popularity.

The concept is simple; each month we take a look at the popular color combinations from our Custom Shops. In fact, if you didn’t notice, we just opened the Custom Shop for our iPhone 5 RokShield v3. For a quick background, the Custom Shop takes our standard cases and allows the user to choose from any of the provided colors, creating their own style and flair. Getting back on track, the Limited Edition cases are combinations of popularized colors and schemes we see from our customers. Taking lead from the excellent choices, we select a definitive color combination each month and offer them at a discount. This way, we can offer our customers a different customized flavor without the hassle of paying the extra.

Keep in mind, however, these cases are only offered for a limited time and then we will move on to the next best thing – you understand. Currently, we are offering the extreme green and black color combination which is popular with our sports minded customers.

If you have either an iPhone 4/S, iPhone 5, Samsung SIII, Samsung SIV, iPad or iPad mini, you are in luck. We offer the Limited Edition cases each month and select which devices will earn the special release. You will want to check back, because the device list varies by month! Clicking on the above individual devices will take you straight away to the landing page. While there, make sure to check out the full line of accessories we offer. Personally, we’ve been using the Rokmeister bottle opener a lot for refreshment this summer.

This month, as with every month, our newsletter subscribers have already enjoyed a two week jump on the less informed. To make sure you are more in the loop on future Limited Edition cases and promotional discounts, make sure you sign up for our newsletter. No, we will not spam your account, you have our word on that. You can expect to be notified of the current offers and goings on around the shop. We are quite a busy bunch and there may be some cool stuff you will not want to miss. In fact, just for signing up you will immediately get a 10% discount.

Frequently, we have the pleasure of receiving notes, messages, and emails from our adoring fans. Sometimes they are positive, excited, joyous, and, let’s be honest, sometimes we get some pointers where we could do better. But, the following account from a customer is shocking, terrifying, and, because of Rokform, has a happy ending.

We recently received a story from Jennifer Marie, whose name has been changed for privacy. She sent us a story recounting her car accident and how her iPhone 4S RokBed v3 plus the included Remote Mounting System (RMS) helped her reach the iPhone and place a 911 call.

Jennifer had used the RokBed v3 on her iPhone 4S for around a year and became accustom to mounting the case into the RMS, which was located on her Jeep’s dashboard. The RMS uses a 3M adhesive to stick, just about anywhere. Strategically formed, the RokBed v3 back locks into the RMS puck-like device, wherever it may be located.

Rokform product file photo

Tragically, Jennifer swerved to miss a stray tire that was laying in the road, but ended up hitting a tractor trailer, the side guardrail, the 18-wheeler again, then finally slammed into a cement wall, all of which Jennifer jestingly calls “an awful game of ping-pong.” Everything in her Jeep was thrown everywhere. Not only was her vehicle tossed around, the contents inside were also strewn about.

Once her vehicle came to a halt, despite the terrible damage to the vehicle and contents inside, Jennifer reports seeing her iPhone sitting perfectly on the dash. Pushing the airbags down, she grabbed the iPhone, called 911, and stepped out of the wreckage.

After her life calmed down, she emailed us to report:

Your product did exactly what it was made to do. In the chaos, I was able to find my phone exactly where I left it and make the call myself, instead of depending on the good Samaritans who stopped to help. When I get my next vehicle, you can bet that I will be buying another mount! Thank you for making a great product.

As you can see, Rokform prides itself on creating quality, rugged products that not only make life easier, but also safer. Certainly, the primary function of the RokBed v3 and Remote Mounting System was not intended for car crashes, but it provided Jennifer with the ability to easily dial 911 after a terrible car accident.

Imagine how difficult it would be to find an iPhone thrown inside your vehicle during a terrible accident. There may not be anyone around to call for help and your iPhone may not be in reach, like Jennifer’s RokBed protected and mounted iPhone 4S. Consider the iPhone 4/S RokBed v3 or iPhone 5 RokShield v3, for yourself or a family member that may also benefit from the safety this device offers. Additionally, the v3 Magnet Kit and Magnetic Car Mount accessories are perfect for using on the dashboard.

Send us your stories

If you have a similar story or customer testimonial, we would love to hear from you as well. Feel free to connect with us on Twitter @Rokform or send an email to media@rokform.com. We are always happy to hear from our customers!